This article had great tips on how to run and maintain a working classroom when your students are using technology. Just like many other aspects of the classroom, routines need to be established during technology time to help young students work smoothly with technology. My favorite tip from this article was having your students put their hands on their heads during instruction so they aren't distracted by the computer. These routines could be practiced the first time technology is introduced.

Great ideas for managing computers in the classroom with students #edtech

Brain Breaks can be just what you need to help wake up the brain and body! {Free Printable with 30 ideas to get blood pumping and improve focus!} fun little breaks that get pulled out at random times to wake up lethargic brains and bodies!

Craft Storage Handy Containers~ made from Crystal Light containers with magnets that are attached to a magnetic board.: Marker, pencil and tool storage was made by using Crystal Light and metal candy containers. I covered them with patterned paper and then added magnets to the back of them. My husband mounted two pieces of sheet metal that I purchased at a local craft store to hold them to the wall.

Made from Crystal Light containers with magnets - use to hold dry erase markers on white board. Good for craft storage in the office

Made from Crystal Light containers with magnets - use to hold dry erase markers on white board! Or markers in craft room